Coudehard-Montormel Memorial

Mémorial de Coudehard-Montormel

military cemetery in Falaise

#1 in Falaise / #198 in France

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The Coudehard-Montormel Memorial, located in Falaise, France, commemorates the pivotal Battle of the Falaise Pocket during World War II. This battle, fought in August 1944, was crucial in the Allied efforts to liberate France from Nazi occupation. The memorial stands on Hill 262, a strategic vantage point, offering panoramic views of the battlefield. It features detailed exhibits, historical artifacts, and informative displays that narrate the intense fighting and the bravery of the soldiers involved.

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